Ice Wine Trail

The cold of Northeast Ohio brings out the sweet nectar frozen on the vines in snow laden vineyards located south of Lake Erie.  This creates a microclimate that allows Ohio winemakers to grow grapes and make exceptional ice wines.

Ice Wine harvest is typically done in the early morning hours when temperatures dip well below freezing.  The natural water content that is found in the grapes needs to be frozen when harvested.  This results in a concentrated thick extraction of juice which in turn is used for Ice Wine.  Typically, the brix level is between 37-40 brix which is ideal for producing this decadent dessert wine.

Ice Wine varietals in the Grand River Valley region include Vidal Blanc, Concord, Cabernet Franc and Chardonnay. Each varietal has its own set of unique characteristics that are sure to be palate pleasing. Flavors of sweet peach, apricot, honey, cherry, and citrus can be found in these delicious Ice Wines.  Pair any of these dessert wines with pungent cheeses like gorgonzola and goat cheese or go sweet and enjoy with chocolate hazelnut spread or white chocolates. The possibilities are endless!

The winegrowers of the Grand River Valley encourage you to come sample the finest Ice Wines in the valley!

11-5 ON SATURDAYS!

DEBONNE VINEYARDS

APPETIZER: Apricot-Pistachio Cracker Toasts w/Whipped Cream Cheese & Hot Honey
FEATURED WINES: Vidal Blanc Ice Wine & Cherry Bourbon Ice Wine
WHILE YOU ARE THERE… Live music Friday night and Saturday & Sunday afternoons

• Polar Vortex Ice Wine Cocktail
• Ice Wine Progressive Dinner-Fridays, April 9th, 16^th, 23rd.  Reservations required in advance.  See website
• Sunday, April 18th-Ice Wine Sangria & Cocktail-go to www.debonne.com to register.
• Peach Ice Wine Jam by Pepper-licious available in our gift shop.
• Hours for the Trail:  Sunday thru Friday Noon-5; Saturday 11-5; Closed Easter Sunday.

FERRANTE WINERY & RISTORANTE

APPETIZER:  Peach, Apricot, Ricotta Pursette
FEATURED WINE: Vidal Blanc Ice Wine & Mom’s Apple Pie Riesling
WHILE YOU ARE THERE…

• Live music Friday & Saturday evenings.
• Pop-a-Razzi Gourmet Vidal Blanc Ice Wine Popcorn (Ashtabula Harbor) available in our gift shop.
• Vidal Blanc Ice Wine Coffee by Scribblers (Geneva) available in our gift shop.
• Ice Wine Bottle Photo Prop
• Ice Wine Pairing Menu for Lunch and Dinner offered on Weekends.   No Reservations Necessary.
• Visit https://www.ferrantewinery.com/ for our menu & additional information.
• Hours for the Trail:  Sunday thru Friday Noon-5; Saturday 11-5; Closed Easter Sunday.

GRAND RIVER CELLARS WINERY & RESTAURANT

APPETIZER: Asian Bourbon Meatballs with Sesame Seeds topped with White Balsamic Pickled Cucumbers
FEATURED WINE: Vidal Blanc Ice Wine & Maple Ice Wine
WHILE YOU ARE THERE…

• Ice Wine Marshmallow Roast All Day
• Ice Wine Martini’s & Specialty Cocktails
• Ice Wine Rock Candy available in our gift shop
• Ice Wine Progressive Dinner-Fridays, April 9th, 16^th, 23rd^.  Reservations required in advance.  Go to www.grandrivercellars.com to make your reservations.
• Live music Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings and Sunday afternoons.
• Delightful Soy Candles featuring Ice Wine Candles available in our gift shop
• Polar Bear Selfie Station
• Hours for the Trail: Sunday thru Friday Noon-5; Saturday 11-5; Closed Easter Sunday.

LAURELLO VINEYARDS

APPETIZER:  A Creamy Cheese with Savory Bacon & Sweet Dried Figs
FEATURED WINES: 2019 Vidal Blanc Ice Wine & Simply Mad Habanero Ice Wine
WHILE YOU ARE THERE…

• Ice Wine Harvest Video
• Ice Wine Selfie Station
• Live music each Saturday from 6-9 pm
• Hours for the Trail:  Wednesday thru Friday & Sunday Noon-5; Saturday 11-5; Closed Good Friday & Easter Sunday

CASK 307

APPETIZER: Pistachio Gelato Crunch Sundae
FEATURED WINE: 2019 Chardonnay Ice Wine
WHILE YOU ARE THERE…

• Ice Wine Progressive Dinner-Fridays, April 9^th, 16th, 23rd. Reservations required in advance.  See website.
• Ice Wine Cookies available in our gift shop.

• April 13th-Opera Night “Cheers to Ice Wine Season”. Reservations required in advance.
• Go to www.cask307.com to make reservations.
• Hours for the Trail:  Sunday thru Friday Noon-5; Saturday 11-5; Closed Wednesdays and Easter Sunday.

SOUTH RIVER VINEYARDS

APPETIZER:  Red Maple Rum Brownies
FEATURED WINE: Concord Ice Wine & Blush Ice Wine (Blend of Chambourcin & Vidal Blanc)

WHILE YOU ARE THERE:

• Ice Wine Progressive Dinner at Red Eagle Distillery-Fridays, April 9th, 16th, 23rd. Reservations required in advance.
• Ice Wine Picnicking daily on our spacious 80 acres grounds-BYO Basket!
• Self-Guided Vineyard hikes.  No reservations needed.
• Visit our Red Eagle Distillery for Ice Wine specialty themed cocktails next door.  New 6-year old Bourbon Release for the Festival.
• Hours for the Trail:  Sunday thru Friday Noon-5; Saturday 11-5; Closed Easter Sunday.